Exquisite Early 19th Century Vienna Porcelain Teapot for Two - Royal Porcelain Manufactory With Heart-Shaped Spout

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A romantic treasure from the Imperial capital
Discovered on our recent Parisian antiquing adventure, this enchanting teapot embodies the refined … Read more A romantic treasure from the Imperial capital
Discovered on our recent Parisian antiquing adventure, this enchanting teapot embodies the refined elegance of Vienna's golden age of porcelain production. Created at the prestigious Royal Porcelain Manufactory (Wiener Porzellanmanufaktur) in the early 19th century, this intimate teapot for two tells a story of imperial craftsmanship and romantic Austrian sensibility.
Distinctive Features:

Unique heart-shaped spout - a charming detail visible from both interior and exterior angles
Hand-painted floral decoration featuring delicate roses and rose sprays in naturalistic style
Rose-colored banding at neck and lid for elegant contrast
Whimsical pear-shaped finial with hand-painted leaves
Authentic Vienna marks: underglaze blue beehive with overglaze number "3" in lavender

Specifications:

Diameter: approximately 4½"
Height: 8"
Capacity: perfect for two cups of tea
Period: Early 19th century
Origin: Royal Porcelain Manufactory, Vienna

Condition:
Exceptional preservation - a testament to careful handling over two centuries. This piece has survived intact with its original beauty unmarred, making it increasingly rare in today's market.
Historical Context:
The Vienna Porcelain Manufactory, established in 1718, was the second oldest porcelain manufacturer in Europe after Meissen. Pieces from the early 19th century represent the height of their artistic achievement, when the factory enjoyed imperial patronage and attracted the finest painters and craftsmen.
The heart-shaped spout is a particularly romantic touch that speaks to the Biedermeier sensibilities of early 19th-century Vienna - a time when intimate domesticity and sentimental details were highly prized in decorative arts.
Perfect For:

Collectors of Vienna porcelain
Lovers of romantic European antiques
Tea ceremony enthusiasts
Anyone who appreciates museum-quality craftsmanship

A piece this fine, with such distinctive features and impeccable condition, represents both historical significance and timeless beauty - the essence of what makes antique porcelain so enduringly collectible.
Style: Biedermeier, Imperial Austrian, Romantic
Period: Early 19th Century
Origin: Vienna, Austria See less